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B M & T ••• November/December 2023 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 20 C E N T E R O F A T T E N T I O N Las Vegas continues to elevate its offer- ings by keeping things fresh, as new resorts and venues continue to expand and diversify the destination's offerings. Interesting spaces and unique experiences await, offering fantastic entertainment and even some creative inspiration. So, here are a few new openings and concepts to check out on your next visit! RESORTS After years of anticipation, the Fontainebleau Las Vegas will make its debut this December. Featuring stunning archi- tecture and a 67-story tower, the luxury resort will add 3,644 rooms to the north end of the Strip. The hotel and its 150,000-square-foot casino will be com- plemented by meetings and events spaces spanning 550,000 square feet, all conveniently situated across the street from the Las Vegas Convention Center's West Hall addition. Other features include Lapis Spa, pool experiences, nightlife options, and an exciting culinary collection with spots from buzzworthy chefs and restaurateurs. Station Casinos is set to open its latest addition to Las Vegas this November. The off-Strip Durango Casino & Resort boasts over 20,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, as well as unique outdoor venues and a variety of attractive amenities. Additionally, the resort will include a variety of 15 restaurants, such as The George Sportsmen's Lounge, a 24- hour, one-of-a-kind combination of entertainment and sports. Plus, it'll also feature a new food hall, one of the latest dining trends in Las Vegas. ENTERTAINMENT Now the world's largest spherical structure, Sphere at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas has captured the world's attention with mesmerizing visuals projected on its 580,000-square-foot LED exterior. The entertainment venue, which opened in September, will host a variety of events, including concerts, sports, original programming, private company meetings and more! Corporate events and social gatherings can be customized at Sphere, which also offers group outings and special ameni- ties such as premium suites and private receptions. Current entertainment offerings include rock band U2's residency and The Sphere Experience, a tour through the structure, fea- turing immersive technology and a screening of director Darren Aronofsky's Postcard from Earth. Inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas lies another enter- tainment development with Voltaire Belle de Nuit. Combining nightlife, music and theater, the innovative space has the capacity to entertain up to 1,000 and will present a mix of programming including DJ sets and burlesque acts. Five-time Grammy winner, Christina Aguilera starts her res- idency in December, along with pop sensation Kylie Minogue's first Las Vegas residency debuting in November. W H AT ' S N E W I N LAS V EG AS